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Lawsuit accuses Paragon Motors of fostering hostile work environment
A civil lawsuit has been filed against Paragon Motors of Woodside, Inc., a New York-based automotive company, accusing it of fostering a hostile work environment through sexual harassment and discrimination.
Lawsuit alleges Delta Air Lines discriminated against former employee
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Delta Air Lines, Inc., alleging workplace discrimination and retaliation.
Lawsuit alleges deceptive labeling by Piping Rock Health Products
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Piping Rock Health Products, LLC, doing business as Natural Vitality, over allegations of misleading labeling on their "CALM GUMMIES Magnesium Supplement" products.
Former employee alleges discrimination over vaccine mandate at Stony Brook Hospital
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Stony Brook University Hospital, alleging wrongful termination due to disability discrimination related to the hospital’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Liberty Mutual sues psychology clinic network for alleged fraud
Liberty Mutual Insurance has filed a lawsuit against a group of individuals and entities, accusing them of orchestrating a fraudulent insurance scheme.
Civil rights lawsuit filed against NYC police over alleged racial discrimination
A civil rights lawsuit has been filed against the City of New York and its police department, accusing them of negligence and discrimination.
Lawsuit filed over alleged patent infringement in quartz manufacturing
A patent dispute is underway in the Eastern District of New York, where a Florida-based company has accused a New York firm of infringing on its patent.
Lawsuit alleges police brutality by New York City Police during public festival
A lawsuit has been filed against the City of New York, alleging police brutality during the 2023 J'Ouvert celebration in Brooklyn. Sidarius Davis, the plaintiff, claims he was the victim of excessive force by the New York Police Department (NYPD) during the event.
Lawsuit accuses JetBlue Airways of racially discriminating against father and daughter
A father and his minor daughter have filed a lawsuit against JetBlue Airways, alleging racial discrimination during their travel experience.
Former employee alleges racial discrimination against non-profit organization
A former employee of a New York non-profit is suing for racial discrimination and retaliation in the workplace.
Long Beach faces lawsuit over alleged unconstitutional vehicle seizures
The City of Long Beach is being sued over its "Boot and Tow" policy, which is accused of violating constitutional rights by allowing the warrantless seizure of vehicles for unpaid parking fines.
Woman claims Suffolk County violated ADA by denying service dog access
A woman with disabilities is suing a county department for allegedly denying her the use of a service dog in a homeless shelter, claiming discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Brothers allege off-duty NYPD officer engaged in violent road rage incident
Two brothers have filed a lawsuit accusing an off-duty NYPD officer of engaging in a violent road rage incident that led to serious injuries.
Retiree alleges coin dealers orchestrated multi-million dollar fraud scheme
An 85-year-old retiree from Kentucky has filed a lawsuit accusing a group of coin dealers of orchestrating a multi-million dollar fraud scheme that targeted elderly investors.
Merrick Pet Care accused of false advertising in pet food labeling
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against pet food manufacturer Merrick Pet Care Inc., accusing the company of deceptive marketing practices.
eBay accused by former employee of failing to pay timely wages
A class and collective action lawsuit has been filed against online marketplace eBay Inc. for alleged violations of labor laws regarding timely wage payments.
Former employee alleges pregnancy discrimination against Taco Bell
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Taco Bell, alleging pregnancy discrimination and wrongful termination.
Plaintiff alleges restaurant operators violated ADA due to accessibility barriers
A lawsuit has been filed against two businesses for alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) over accessibility issues at a restaurant in South Ozone Park, New York.
Plaintiff alleges Suffolk County officials misapplied traffic laws in fraud scheme
A lawsuit has been filed in the Eastern District of New York on Nov. 12, 2024, accusing several Suffolk County officials and entities of violating the civil rights of Reverend Dr. Juan-Jose Brookins through a corrupt enterprise involving the misapplication of traffic laws.
Former security guard sues Arrow Security over pregnancy discrimination
A lawsuit has been filed against Arrow Security, Inc. (formerly known as Aron Security), alleging discrimination and harassment related to pregnancy.
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Investors Throw Millions at Suffolk
The sale of $350 million in Tax Anticipation Notes at 2.94% and $46.4 million in Refunding Serial Bonds at 2.66% was reported by Comptroller John Kennedy. He attributes the impressive number of bidders to the county’s improved credit ratings which resulted in healthy competition, and significant cost savings for the residents of Suffolk County.
History Comes Alive at Military Museum
The museum is the dream of the nearby Rocky Point VFW Post 6249 membership, whose stories are befitting of the many heroes depicted in the gallery’s hallowed halls. There’s museum advisor Joe Cognitore, the post’s commander, whose Army service in Vietnam earned him a Bronze Star with a “V” for Valor.
Fort Sumter Pilgrimage Explores Family’s Civil War Legacy
Following the War of 1812 with Britain, President Andrew Jackson realized the need to strengthen the new nation’s coastal defenses, especially to protect the Atlantic entrance to Charleston, the south’s busiest port. Millions of tons of Massachusetts granite created an island at the confluence of the Ashley and the Cooper rivers where none had been before